James Marvin Rumph
February 06, 2012
Obituary
Rumph, James Marvin James Marvin passed away at home, Monday, February 6, 2012. Funeral services will be held at Gunderson East Funeral Home, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI, at 7 p.m. on Friday, February 17, 2012. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until the time of service on Friday. James Marvin Rumph was born in Orangeburg, South Carolina, on August 6, 1951, the son of Timothy Rumph Sr. and Artie Lee (Sanders) Rumph. He moved to the Madison Community in the early 70’s to complete his higher education. James Marvin dedicated his life to working with the children and youth of Madison and the greater Dane County area. He prided himself on furthering the education of all around him. Even taking a step into the classroom. Most recently, he had been working with the Neighborhood Intervention Program (NIP). He was a member of Capital City Lodge No. 2. An ever generous man, always willing to give, 10 ½ years ago he was given the gift of extended life through a kidney transplant. James is survived by his children, Damian and Erica Rumph; brothers, Timothy Jr., Eugene, Hubert, Cornell Sr., Robert, Otis “Pete” (Diane Thompson), Theodore, Trammell, and Hertis; sisters, Artie Mae Ellis, Marva Jean Rumph, and Bernice Crum; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his sister, Glory Ann; brother, Willie Lee; his parents, Timothy Sr. and Artie Lee; and his grandparents. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in James Marvin’s name to Dane County Boys and Girls Club or Restoring Hope Transplant House at www.restoringhope.org
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in James Marvin’s name to Dane County Boys and Girls Club or Restoring Hope Transplant House at www.restoringhope.org
Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until the time of service on Friday.
Funeral services will be held at Gunderson East Funeral Home, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI, at 7 p.m. on Friday, February 17, 2012.
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Rhonda Ploessl
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Even though I new you for only a short while, you made my sister very happy. For that I thank you
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Michelle Wallace
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Marv,
May you rest in peace among the angels. You were a bright light in the lives of many, but I could see it clearly in the relationship you and Bobbi shared. I am so happy you were able to have a special night recently at "I Have a Dream Ball". You looked so dapper and happy. I know Bobbi will miss you, but she enjoyed every moment you shared.
God Bless.
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Melissa Smedema
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You and my mom were great companions. Dinner dates, movie nights at home, and dancing seemed to be what you two loved to do best. And don't let me forget how much my kids enjoyed your presence and silly phrases. I was happy the two of you had each other. You would not want many tears shed, so I pray that from heaven you are able to help heal those whose hearts are heavied by your absence. You were a man of confidence, wisdom, and encouragement. You touched many other lives and many have gained strength from knowing you. You are already greatly missed.